Restaurants in San Luis Potosí State
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Eucalipto
Named after the droopy looking eucalyptus gum tree in the courtyard, this pleasant place conjures up a perkier range of pastas and an array of meat dishes (thankfully, not koala) - from rib eye to T-bone - and a selection of wines, from Chile to France. It's one of the priciest in town, but it's excellent quality cuisine.
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Café Azul
Open all day, this Swiss-run scene is perfect for breakfasts, snacks and light meals including excellent sweet and savory crepes.
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El Pozole
The place to try the local enchiladas potosinas – the tortilla dough is red (from mild chili). This place was started by a woman selling antojitos (Mexican snacks) in her home in the 1980s. Demand for her goods was so high she has since opened three restaurants specializing in what she knows best – tacos rojos, pozole, quesadillas de papa (potato quesadillas) … Yes, they’re that good.
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La Virreina
A long-established gourmet favorite and the city’s oldest surviving restaurant, the charmingly old-fashioned Virreina has a classic menu including both international and Mexican dishes, delicious desserts and an excellent reputation. The 96-year-old owner (as at 2009) still presides over quality checks.
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El México de Frida
Although painted in Kahlo-esque colors, this restaurant is not Frida-kitsch. Rather, the tasteful and tasty menu serves up scrumptious Mexican fare. Try the chiles ventilla (M$76), chilies with cheese and the most tantalizing creamy sauces. It’s 3km along (and just south of) Avenida Carranza.
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Mesón de Abundancia
There are several cozy eating areas at the restaurant in this hotel, one with a bar and fireplace. The hearty (read massive) servings of Italian and Mexican dishes are muy rico (delicious). It’s open all day, including for breakfast. This hotel changes US dollars, travelers checks and euros.
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Shiroi ie
Unusual name, unusual dishes. Wonderful Japanese fusion creating sushi and sashimi and California rolls with a twist (try the 'matador roll' with beef fillet). Has a modern, upbeat atmosphere with a red-and-black theme. It's 2km west along Carranza.
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Apikus
Sleek and stylish and a la moda. Its minimalist setting on the terrace is beautifully offset against the colonial architecture of surrounding buildings. Modern fusion cuisine includes sushi, pasta and meats. Definitely worth the splurge.
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Malambo
With a quaint outdoor setting by a fountain (as well as plainer indoors), this pleasant place serves up a range of delights, from Mexican to Italian pastas. The salads - containing cabuche (cactus flower) - are particularly tasty.
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El Cactus Café
This cheery eatery is run by an Italian cook and his Mexican wife. It has a friendly ambience and long wooden bench tables and seats. The menu features homemade bread and pasta (of course), plus there are good Mexican and veggie options.
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Café Pacífico
Worth mentioning because of its hours - it's open 24/7 - and serves up snacks and set breakfasts to a loyal clientele. It's light, bright and the nearest thing to a local version of a US diner.
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El Tolentino
Serves up international cuisine from steaks to pasta in a pleasant atmosphere. The local atmosphere is enhanced during weekends by live music. During the day, head upstairs to the terrace.
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Fonda Orizatlán
Eight blocks south of the center, the dated but colorful Fonda Orizatlán is locally renowned for its first-class Huasteca-style cuisine. Sunday afternoons feature folkloric dances.
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Café Tokio
This bright and sizeable café has Japanese owners but Mexican and fast-food standards. Popular for a cheap set lunch.
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Chaires
The best ice creamery and café for good-quality snacks and surveying the local scene.
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